The man never feels the want of what it never occurs to him to ask for.

The problem with Germans is that they look in the clouds for what lies at their feet.

I know of no more beautiful prayer than that which the Hindus of old used in closing: May all that have life be delivered from suffering.

The doctor sees all the weakness of mankind; the lawyer all the wickedness, the theologian all the stupidity.

To find out your real opinion of someone, judge the impression you have when you first see a letter from them.

The shortness of life, so often lamented, may be the best thing about it.

Talent works for money and fame; the motive which moves genius to productivity is, on the other hand, less easy to determine.